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August: Grants and Opportunities


Explore these incredible opportunities and grants designed to elevate your fashion career. Whether you're a designer, entrepreneur, student, or model, there's something here for you to take your passion to the next level.


 


Opportunities


1. Fak’ugesi Awards For African Creatives 2024 - August 15, 2024



African fashion innovators, this is your moment! Submit your designs by August 15, 2024, for a chance to be honoured at the Fak’ugesi Awards. Stand out in categories such as music, animation, video games, XR, visual arts, and design. Show the world your creative brilliance.




 


2. Merck Foundation Awards - 30th of September 2024 





Calling all African fashion students and designers! Showcase your talent and make a difference by applying for the Merck Foundation Fashion Awards - More Than a Mother 2024. Submit your original sketches to submit@merck-foundation.com with the subject line 'Merck Foundation FASHION AWARDS More Than a Mother 2024’. Limited to African Fashion Students and Designers.


 



 



3. Ananse Free Training - August 9th 2024




If you are a fashion designer wanting to learn more and improve your skills, join Ananse on August 9, 2024, for a free training on product development and e-commerce for fashion designers.

Note: This opportunity is only available in French. 





 


4. Lagos Fashion Week runway - August 19, 2024




Join the 6th edition of Green Access! Empowering young designers with sustainable practices, this program spotlights innovative talent on the Lagos Fashion Week runway. Apply by August 19, 2024, and be part of the future of circular fashion.



 

5. TFG team needs a Trims and Fabric Design Coordinator - 15th August, 2024




Join the TFG team as a Trims and Fabric Design Coordinator. Key responsibilities include assisting the Design Team with daily tasks, managing fabric and trims, lab-dip sign offs, and library management.




 

6. Fashion Business PRO Workshop - No Deadline




Join the Fashion Business PRO workshop, a comprehensive 6-month program designed to equip aspiring fashion designers, marketers, and entrepreneurs with essential skills and knowledge. Through a blend of in-person and online sessions, workshops, and projects, you'll delve into fashion design, history, merchandising, marketing, and business management.




 

8. Few Models Job Openings: Model Manager, Digital Content Manager, Scouting Collaborator - Ongoing




Few Models is looking for passionate individuals to join our team as Model Manager, Digital Content Manager, and Scouting Collaborator. If you're ready to make your mark in the modelling industry, send your applications to info@fewmodels.com today




 


9. Africa Fashion Week 2024 Open Casting Call - August 17, 2024





Discover your runway passion at Africa Fashion Week 2024. There is going to be an exclusive open casting call on August 17, 2024, at Delight Centre, Nairobi. Unleash your unique style and passion for fashion to become the next runway sensation.




 


10. Model Call: Model Management Fashion Show in Johannesburg, South Africa - December 9, 2024




Calling all models! Join model management in Johannesburg, South Africa for an international runway fashion show celebrating self-love, body positivity, and inclusion. They are looking for models of ALL sizes, including those with special needs or disabilities. Apply now and be part of this empowering event on December 9, 2024.




 

11.  Innovate UK Global Alliance Africa Lead Customer Programme - 12 August 2024




Apply to the Innovate UK Global Alliance Africa Lead Customer Programme by 12 August 2024 to seize funding opportunities for circular fashion initiatives. This collaborative program enables UK and African organisations to innovate and create sustainable fashion solutions, fostering a circular economy in the fashion industry.



 

12. Fashion & Textile Material Fellowship at Jan van Eyck Academie - 2 September 2024




This fellowship supports research projects exploring sustainable and circular material approaches to fashion and textile materials, aiming to promote ecological and sustainable fashion systems. Residency Period: 15 January – 15 December 2025




 


Grants


1. The HoneyBook Breakthrough Grant


Calling all early-stage marketing and creative consultants. Unlock your potential with the HoneyBook Breakthrough Grant—a chance to receive $18K cash, a three-year Premium membership, and expert business support. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your journey in entrepreneurship. 




 

2. Gert-Johan Coetzee Fashion Design Bursary - 10 September 2024




Esteemed fashion icon Gert-Johan Coetzee is offering a transformative bursary for aspiring designers. This includes tuition, a sewing machine, and a laptop. Note: Applicants Must hold a Grade 12 certificate with diploma exemption, if completed.




 


These opportunities and grants are designed to help you advance in the fashion industry, whether through showcasing your designs, gaining valuable skills, or connecting with industry leaders. Don’t miss out on these chances to elevate your career and make a significant impact in the fashion world. Apply now and take the next step towards your fashion dreams.



 

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